BE THE LAMP ON THE STAND - University of Hong Kong · BE THE LAMP ON THE STAND SHINETH UNTO THE...
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SHARING
He persisted to continue his social movement because he
believed. He stood by his friends at the movement and worked
hard with them even during exam period. Spreading himself too
thin, he eventually got a second degree honour. The result was a
bit defeating, but I
guess hard work does
come back to you. He
was chosen to be the
outstanding graduate
of the year 1972, by
Dr Kenneth Robinson,
Vice Chancellor of
the time.
Dr Leung went on to
challenge himself,
this time grasping his dream of working in media. He took his
first step as a young Editor in Breakthrough and realised that he
needed more knowledge to succeed. In light of that, he went back
to academics and pursued a MFA in Cinema-Television degree in
the infamous University of Southern California. A few hundreds
applied, only seven graduated. Dr Leung was one out of the seven
graduates.
Dr Leung was able to give his knowledge back to the Hong
Kong society. He returned to Breakthrough in a leadership role,
influenced and inspired more talents in the industry such as
Andrew Choi, the producer of Best Film of 35th Hong Kong Film
Awards — ‘Ten Years”.
In light of the global economic tsunami happened back in 2008,
Dr Leung felt the necessity of bringing value into the master
education. He hoped to nurture a group of future leaders who
were extremely value driven, who would treasure community
development, moral as much as economic advancement and
technological breakthrough. He started his own academy, Lumina
College. By working with local faculties and partnering with
overseas universities such as Wheaton College, Asbury University
and Cairn University, he was able to actualise his vision.
He summarised that science was a pursuit of truth and this
practice could apply to all aspects of life. For universities it was
important to have this inquiry spirit to foresee global issues and
their solutions. Rather than chasing ranking, the university could
help student pursue truth and integrate it into all disciplines.
Dr Leung said in the interview, that “people will look down on
you and people
will criticise, but
we should always
focus on working
hard towards
your vision. Have
the heart to serve
others too, there
are things that
are beyond
personal gain.” I believe in everyone’s journey in HKU, there will
come a period where one feels extremely lost and unmotivated,
struggling to simply study. Bear in mind to work with a purpose,
a principle and a vision. He would be the perfect example of how
having a goal would empower you to be “Bok Jun” and live to
your fullest potential.
INTERVIEW
What our alumni say...
BE THE LAMP ON THE STAND
SHINETH UNTO THE HOUSE
DR ANTHONY WING TAI LEUNG1972 BSc Graduate
Major Achievements• MA Chr i s t iani ty and Society (Gordon-Conwell Seminary )
• MA in Radio-TV-Film (Bowling Gre en State Univers i ty )
• MFA in Cinema-Te lev i s ion (Univers i ty of Southern Cali fornia )
• PhD in Communicat ion (Regent Univers i ty )
• Pres ident of Lumina College
• Mini s t ry Adv i sor of Breakthrough
“In God’s light we shall see light.”
“Always hold the heart to sacrifice
and serve others, try extra-
curricular activities or other commitments,
it would allow you to broaden your horizon.”
Looking into Dr Anthony
Wing Tai LEUNG’s HKU
journey, the very well-
known HKU spirit “Bok Jun”
(博盡) (literally means if one
works so hard to achieve his goals,
he would leave no regrets) would be
the best description. Dr Leung was a
Physics and Chemistry double major
student. He took bold actions such
as joining the degree structure
committee in year 1, betting the
science society chairman in year
2, and actively engaging in Hong
Kong social movements in his
final year of study. It seemed
impossible to balance between
tests and his engagements. Dr
Leung, however, held a faith and
a vision.
Dr Leung had faced hard times
and difficulties in his years of
study. In his final year, he had
to balance between studying
for the final exam that
amount to the entirety of
his degree, and his political
activity.
Kaman Lee, BSc Student(major in Chemistry, minor in Global Studies)
“Definitely loved his energy and fashion.
He is an extremely helpful senior whom I
admire so much! His idea to give back and
share is so precious, that I believe we should
learn from him. To be able to influence so much
with Breakthrough’s and Lumina College’s work is
definitely a work of tough leadership and faith. It’s an
honour to learn from him!”
STUDENT REPORTER
Back fourth from left: Dr Leung